May 2026 chemo starters

Oh no @baldiesrus sore feet still !!! Thats not good. :heart::heart::heart::people_hugging::people_hugging::people_hugging::bouquet::bouquet:. Extra love and hugs sent your way.

Yes, you do need to tell your Oncologist or even ring the 24/7 helpline if you are not seeing your Oncologist for a few weeks. Im not good at waiting for appointments, I always ring up for advice.

I know my feet became seriously sore during EC and shoes were really painful to wear at the time. But that was made easier with the hot weather as I only used loose sandals. Not much use as Autumn sets in though. But I remember walking through the hospital in agony.

The drugs aggravated all my skin and muscles. I used the Urea Cream until it subsided. But if yours is still a concern I definitely would gain more advice. We need to walk.

Ive not walked loads through chemo, and my feet dont hurt now. I did get very sore ankles/joints during the menopause due to reduced estrogen creating problems with joints. So walking was very painful for ages.

So its working out if its a joint thing, skin tenderness, or muscular problem. Or, as you said, is it a symptom of neuropathy? Each need different treatment.

Shoes are so expensive now arent they? Ive got numerous ankle boots over the years, but they are now too tight due to putting on weight over the last 10years. Which is really frustrating. And during “chemo feet” I doubt I would have even got my foot past the top of them.

So do get them checked by a specialist asap. Any chemo induced problem does need treating regardless of what shoes you get.

But generally I only use Clarks, the leather and soles are so much softer. And they last for years (normally) .Most other shoes fall to bits in weeks. Bought a really comfy cheap pair last year. Thought they were bliss. Barely used them before they fell to bits.

If I remember rightly some styles of Clarks are made for extra comfort. If you can afford it, a good pair of shoes are worth every penny in the long term.

But I think your feet need to be properly looked at first. :heart::heart::heart:

Re stress and fatigue….yep they definitely work together. I try and avoid letting myself get too stressed, as I can crumble with the M.E. So I pace myself very carefully normally. I have to. But if I get too stressed I can also stop sleeping as my mind races too much. Which makes me even more tired. :person_shrugging::person_facepalming::person_getting_massage: So I try hard to meditate, relax, breath, watch nice films, do nice things, go for a long drive :person_in_lotus_position::person_getting_massage:. But sadly the stress of the medication list this week definitely sent my head in a huge spin​:face_with_spiral_eyes:. Hence no sleep. Hence yeuk fatigue. So Ive been working supa hard on stress reducing techniques. Failed a few times, :person_facepalming:but the more I find solutions to the meds problem, the calmer I feel. My biggest fear is taking things that may give me more grim side effects :nauseated_face:. Im definitely in flight mode at the moment. Run :person_running: as fast as I can and avoid anything medical for the rest of my life. :joy::rofl::woozy_face:. Understandable and rationale :heart::thinking:

I think this is a common feeling after chemotherapy etc. for all of us going through this. Feeling overwhelmed by the constant bombardment of treatments. The rollercoaster :roller_coaster: that feels out of control. Wondering if we have the energy to keep going etc. etc. But I find, its OK to panic, its OK to feel stressed, its OK to want to run away,:person_running: so long as I eventually take stock, get informed, take control of the “out of control mustang” :horse: :horse_racing:, calm down and make a workable plan.

Im in the “calm down mode” at the moment. :person_in_lotus_position::person_getting_massage:…Well mostly :rofl::rofl::rofl::thinking:

But what we are going through is tough, and its important we are kind to ourselves. Anxiety, panic, depression, feeling overwhelmed, angry, frustrated …. And more to boot …. Are totally normal feelings for us to have.

We are incredibly strong women, but for me, being strong is not about hiding my feelings/worries, its not about the “stiff upper lip” (looking tough) , its about accepting all of my feelings, good bad and scary. They help me navigate what is right and wrong. Help me know when I need a rest or when I need to ask questions. When I need to say “STOP”.

My feelings are my SatNav, my GPS. My road map. :world_map::motorway:.

We can get through all this. We ARE getting through all this. :flexed_biceps::heart::bouquet::people_hugging:

Eat cake, chocolate, treats… if you can taste them :rofl::rofl:.

I treat myself to a chocolate and beetroot cake yesterday. It cost £5 for one (huge) slice. :scream:. But I wanted a treat so paid the price…. Sadly it literally tasted of soil :squinting_face_with_tongue: :rofl::rofl::rofl:. :person_facepalming:.

So, I smiled and put a lasagne in the oven. It tasted delicious. :face_savoring_food:

:heart::heart::heart:

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